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SAMPLE COVER LETTER

1 Peachtree Avenue

Atlanta, GA 30051

July 15, 2012

Reference: Junior Publicist Position, CNN Public Relations

It is with tremendous enthusiasm and confidence that I am writing you in reference to

the Junior Publicist position with CNN Public Relations that you posted with the College

of Charleston Career Center. I was pleased to learn about the digital and interactive

publicity efforts that your company has taken on in the past few years. I have always

admired the way CNN is constantly innovating and redefining traditional media outlets to

reflect the ever-changing nature of the news media itself. In May 2012, I will graduate

from the College of Charleston with Bachelor’s degrees in both

Communication and Spanish.

The atmosphere within the public relations department of CNN appears to be one

characterized by resourceful pitching and strategic implementation to which I can

contribute. Your need for excellent written and verbal communication skills is a great

match to the talent I gained through my constant professional communication with

various media groups while serving as Public Relations Intern for the South Carolina

Aquarium. My position as Public Relations Executive of College of Charleston’s first

annual Dance Marathon fundraiser proved my ability to generate substantial media

coverage for a brand new effort, while building solid foundations for successful publicity

of the event in the future.

I truly believe that a Junior Publicist position with CNN would be the perfect opportunity

for me to invest my skills in a company for which I have incredible respect. Should you

have any questions about my experience or qualifications, please do not hesitate to

contact me at (555) 123-7896 or at alumni@college.edu. I appreciate your time in

considering me for this position and look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Jessica Krasny

Note: Jessica did not know who she should address her cover letter to so she used a reference

line which includes the position title.

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